Star Wars: Legion – New Luke & Vader Operatives Coming Soon

Fantasy Flight Games has two new operative versions of Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader coming to a tabletop near you!

Star Wars: Legion might already have commander versions of these iconic characters, but now you’ve got a new way to bring them in your lists. These new Operative versions of the characters allow you to try out new tactics on the tabletop.

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Epitomizing both the selfless devotion of the Jedi and the aggressive strength of the Sith, Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader are two of the most iconic Force users in the Star Wars saga, and these Operative Expansions give them the chance to take on completely new roles in their armies. Featuring new miniatures and command cards interchangeable with the Commander units found in the Star Wars: Legion Core Set, these units give you new ways to unleash the power of the Force on your opponents!

Luke Skywalker Operative Expansion $12.95

“One of the Rebellion’s most enduring heroes, Luke Skywalker has sparked hope across the galaxy. As the first new Jedi Knight in a generation, he helped bring the Empire to its knees and began the process of restoring peace and justice to planets that had only known oppression.

The Luke Skywalker Operative Expansion gives you the chance to bolster your Rebel armies with a powerful Jedi Knight. Here, you’ll find one unpainted, finely sculpted miniature depicting Luke Skywalker as he appeared in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Meanwhile, three command cards that can be used alongside the Luke Skywalker command cards from the Star Wars: Legion Core Setgive you the freedom to shape exactly how you make use of this powerful operative in battle. Finally, four upgrade cards invite you to further augment Luke Skywalker with additional Force powers and training.”

Darth Vader Operative Expansion $12.95

“Feared by friend and foe alike, Darth Vader is the living embodiment of the Empire’s might. Before he could become one of the most fearsome field commanders in the galaxy, however, he honed his skills hunting Jedi to the far corners of the galaxy. Now he is ready to carry out the Emperor’s bidding by decimating the Rebel Alliance wherever it can be found.

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In the Darth Vader Operative Expansion, you’ll find an unpainted, easily assembled Darth Vader miniature in a different pose from the one found in the Star Wars: Legion Core Set. This miniature is accompanied by three new Darth Vader command cards that can be used by both the operative and commander versions of the unit, letting you tailor your strategy to fit your needs. Rounding out this expansion are four upgrade cards that invite you to augment Darth Vader with even more Force powers or training.”

Both of these new Operative Expansions promise to add some flair to your existing lists. Luke can tap into his Jedi Training to become basically untouchable for a round:

If you’re looking for a super defensive move, this is it! Pick two enemy trooper units at range 1 and they can’t even attack for the round! Vader on the other hand can be down right scary and has the ability to cause great fear in his opponents:

Put those suppression tokens on the enemy and enjoy the mind games of making the flee in terror!

Both of these expansion packs are slated for a Q4 release date! May the Force be with you…

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